In recreating one of the signature shots at Bathurst in 1973, we are set to provide an awesome spectacle at this year’s Muscle Car Masters!

We’ve acquired six stunning red Toranas required, complete with a stick on bobtail just for the event.

The owner of the real deal Bobby Morris #7 LJ XU-1 has confirmed it will be attending the 2017 Muscle Car Masters… Combined with 6 LJ road cars, it will be the first time since 1973 this has been seen! Look for it in a prime location at this year’s event.

OFFICIAL RELEASE: MCM is a race down memory lane for those that grew up spending the October long weekend viewing the Great Race on TV or spectating trackside on Mount Panorama.
As a return to the gutsy glory days of Bathurst, the MCM is a horsepower heaven for motorsport fans.

Every year we dip our lids to a handful of muscle car milestones – the big events and most famous models that shaped our country’s legendary heritage of homegrown high performance. This year we celebrate:
– 50th anniversary of XR Falcon GT
– 45th anniversary of Brock’s 1972 XU-1 win
– 40th anniversary of the Torana A9X
– 40th anniversary of Ford’s 1977 1-2
– 30th anniversary of Bathurst’s 1987 WTCC round and the hard-fought ’87 ATCC.

Off-track attractions include ‘meet and greet’ sessions with legend race drivers, a mega show n’ shine (what we call the Pit Straight Car Club Corral) for road registered muscle cars and merchandise alley.
Unlike other motorsport events, fans can get up close to the machinery and chat with the drivers and their mechanics. Spectators are admitted free of charge to the competitors paddock and undercover grandstand, and kids 12 and under are FREE!

The Leukaemia Foundation is calling on muscle car enthusiasts across Australia to register now for its epic 2017 Aussie Muscle Car Run this October, covering 1901kms from Eastern Creek NSW to Adelaide SA, and spanning four states.

The run is open to cars from the golden era of Bathurst during the 60s and 70s, with replicas welcome. Cars of ‘special interest’ will also be considered.

The Aussie Muscle Car Run started in 2011 and has become one of Australia’s ultimate road trips. The seven-day leisure car cruise has now raised more than $2 million to help families facing a blood cancer diagnosis.

Aussie actor and renowned motor enthusiast, Shane Jacobson joined the run in 2016 and had so much fun he’s coming back.

“I’ll be joining the run for three days from Day 3, heading through the Snowy Mountains and ending up at the Winton Raceway, which is a great track, trust me,” Shane said.

“Most importantly, Aussie Muscle Car Run raises vital funds for the Leukaemia Foundation, which makes it that little bit more special.”

Aussie Muscle Car Run National Chairman Kevin May said the iconic event gave participants a chance to showcase their cars, which this year includes a wide range of Toranas, GT Falcons, Ford Mustangs, Valiants, Statesman, Capris, Fairmonts and Monaros.

“We’re inviting car lovers to join us on a journey in their beloved beasts which includes exclusive access to motoring events and track time at Sydney 2017 Australian Muscle Car Masters at Sydney Motorsport Park, Eastern Creek, plus Winton Motor Raceway and Portland Drags,” Kevin said.

“Participants get to experience driving their cars on tracks that these iconic beasts were designed and built for.

“It’s a coming together of like-minded, passionate and proud car enthusiasts,” he said.

Aussie Muscle Car Run registration is open now at www.aussiemusclecarrun.com where you’ll find a detailed itinerary. Be quick as places are limited.

Entry is $1200 per person covering accommodation, breakfasts, dinners, motorsport, car livery, overnight security and much more. Teams are then asked to raise a further $4000 towards blood cancer research and patient support. The event is open to two member teams of drivers and co-drivers.

About the Leukaemia Foundation

Leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma are all types of blood cancer and they can develop in anyone, of any age, at any time. Another 35 Australians are diagnosed every single day.

The Leukaemia Foundation is the only national charity dedicated to helping Australians with leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma and related blood disorders survive and then live a better quality of life.

The Leukaemia Foundation exists because of the generous and ongoing support of the Australian community.

Fans attending the Australian Muscle Car Masters at Sydney Motorsport Park can purchase cheaper tickets by pre-purchasing online ahead of the annual event, held on Saturday October 28 and Sunday October 29.

The Muscle Car Masters features a wide range of categories, cars and stars celebrating the rich history and heritage of Australian motorsport.

A two-day adult ticket purchased online is just $55 (plus $3.95 service fee) versus $70 at the gate, while a Saturday-only adult tickets at $25 and Sunday-only tickets $40 (plus $3.95 service fee) will save you 30% and 20% respectively!

Concessions available, and children 15 and under are free with a paying adult.

Muscle Car Masters is a celebration of Australian motorsport history, heritage and passion. First held in 2005, it has become a permanent part of Sydney Motorsport Park’s calendar and this year moves from the Father’s Day weekend to October 28-29.

Every year we dip our lids to a handful of muscle car milestones – the big events and most famous models that shaped our country’s legendary heritage of homegrown high
performance. This year we celebrate:
– 50th anniversary of XR Falcon GT
– 45th anniversary of Brock’s 1972 XU-1 win
– 40th anniversary of the Torana A9X
– 40th anniversary of Ford’s 1977 1-2
– 30th anniversary of Bathurst’s 1987 WTCC round and the hard-fought ’87 ATCC.

Off-track attractions include ‘meet and greet’ sessions with legend race drivers, a mega show n’ shine (what we call the Pit Straight Car Club Corral) for road registered muscle cars and merchandise alley. Unlike other motorsport events, fans can get up close to the machinery and chat with the drivers and their mechanics.
Spectators are admitted free of charge to the competitors paddock and undercover grandstand, and kids 15 and under are FREE!

OFFICIAL RELEASE: For the first time in Muscle Car Masters history, a six-hour production car endurance race will test the mettle and metal Production Touring and Production Sports Cars.

Nicknamed the ‘Double Three”, the SYDNEY 6 HOUR will be spread across two three-hour legs across the Australian Muscle Car Masters weekend this October 28 – 29.

The first leg is set to start as the sun starts to go down on Saturday afternoon, and resumed on Sunday morning as the first flag drops.

Punctuating the Double-Three is a Saturday evening Australian Muscle Car Masters / 6 Hour ‘pit party’, with invitations open to competitors, fans and officials alike.

“The introduction of the 6 Hours of Sydney within the fantastic Australian Muscle Car Masters event is a win-win for fans and competitors alike,” said ARDC CEO Glenn Matthews.

“It offers potential competitors a high profile race meeting that remains one of the most popular held at Sydney Motor Sport Park each year. Fans will enjoy a different style of racing for that weekend and an even broader array of vehicles.

“We think it integrates well into the existing Muscle Car Masters concept and evolves the event moving forward into the future.

“We are strong supporters of the concept and think it will be a fantastic addition to the event.”

The field is expected to comprise a mix of state and national level Production Car competitors, selected Production Sports car racers and those with eligible vehicles that may not race presently race on the national scene.

Technical regulations will include a mixture of Production Touring car and selected Production Sports cars, with an array of more than 200 vehicles eligible for the race ranging from the Lotus Exige / Elise sports cars to vehicles like the Mitsubishi Lancer EVO, Holden Commodore / HSV and Toyota 86s – amongst others.

Improved Production vehicles will also be eligible, with classes for both over and under two-litre cars featuring alongside the existing Production Car and Production Sports Car categories.

All cars will be required to run a control R-Spec tyre, with the brand yet to be finalised.